Job Specifications
A global multi-industrial manufacturing company with revenues totaling $15.9 billion in 2024. The company’s seven industry-leading segments leverage a unique business model to drive solid growth with best-in-class margins and returns in markets where highly innovative, customer-focused solutions are required. Approximately 45,000 dedicated colleagues around the world thrive in a decentralized and entrepreneurial culture.
The Automotive Aftermarket Europe division manufactures and supplies specialty and innovative chemicals for the automotive aftermarket. Products are manufactured in Spain and Belgium and commercialized globally across Europe, the Middle East, Russia, Asia, and Africa.
The Role
The Junior Category Manager supports the Category Manager in the development of the Engine Care Product Category (Additives and Workshop products) to deliver above-market growth: market analysis, recommendation and implementation of marketing strategies, and CBI projects.
Under supervision, the role contributes to key projects that drive growth, ensuring accurate execution of plans across multiple markets. This position involves market research and competition analysis, market and offer segmentation, promotions, CBI project development, value proposition, packaging, pricing, and go-to-market approach in collaboration with R&D, Sales, and other stakeholders. Designed for a candidate seeking growth in a strategic role through hands-on experience and business impact.
Responsibilities
Market, Customer & Competition Analysis
Collect and analyze sales data, market trends, and competitor activities
Estimate market size, market share and potential
Prepare regular reports to identify opportunities and risks
Offer & Brand Strategy
Define marketing strategies for Brand and Offer
Define customer and end-user segmentation/channel
Propose action plans to increase sales (Push/Pull strategy) by end-user, channel, and segment
CBI (Customer Back Innovation) / PLS (Product Line Simplification)
Contribute to market insights collection and identify new product opportunities
Plan and lead CBI projects with internal and external stakeholders
Coordinate new product launches
Support technical and marketing documentation
Collaborate with internal departments to optimize processes (nomenclature, forecast, labels, safety)
Pricing & Promotions
Analyze sales data to define actions to increase sales and margin and minimize slow movers
Monitor price competitiveness and product margin; suggest positioning adjustments and yearly increases
Provide field support to 80 customers
Create marketing materials (presentations, product sheets, digital content)
Administration & Reporting
Maintain databases (products, customers, pricing)
Prepare KPIs and project tracking reports
Requirements
Master’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field
2–3 years’ experience in marketing, data analysis, or product management (internship or entry-level)
Fluent in English (written and spoken); additional EU languages a plus
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint) and basic digital analytics tools
Project management skills
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
Ability to work independently and take initiative
Ability to manage pressure
Team player
Proactive attitude and willingness to learn in an international environment
About the Company
Witan Search has refined its search process to create a new formula for successful recruitment in the chemical, personal care and manufacturing sectors. With extensive industry-specific experience, our team understands our clients' challenges and delivers talent that meets both technical and strategic needs. Operating across the EMEA region, we are experts in navigating the complexities of hiring top-tier professionals where expertise and skill are vital for success.
Our Specialist areas are Chemicals, Specialty Chemicals, ...
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